Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
UPMC Magee Bone & Joint Center | Orthopaedic Surgery
Build Your Surgical Career with Pittsburgh's Premier Orthopaedic Team
Are you a Surgical Technologist who thrives in the operating room and wants to specialize in orthopaedic surgery? Join the expert team at UPMC Magee Bone & Joint Center, where you'll work alongside highly skilled surgeons, advanced technology, and a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.
This is a unique opportunity to focus exclusively on orthopaedic procedures in a fast-paced, highly specialized surgical environment. Whether you're looking to expand your skills, advance your career, or take your expertise to the next level, we offer the support and opportunities to help you succeed.
Why You'll Love This Role
✅ Up to $25,000 Sign-On Bonus
✅ Daylight Schedule Enjoy predictable daytime hours with no overnight shifts.
✅ Specialized Orthopaedic Surgery Practice Work exclusively in orthopaedics and become an expert in advanced surgical procedures.
✅ Career Growth Opportunities Advance through UPMC's Surgical Technologist Career Ladder based on your experience, education, and professional development.
✅ Supportive Team Culture Collaborate with experienced surgeons, nurses, and surgical staff who are invested in your success.
✅ Professional Development Access continuing education, training, and advancement opportunities within one of the nation's leading healthcare systems.
What We're Looking For
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- 1-2 years of Operating Room experience preferred
- Orthopaedic surgery experience strongly preferred
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
- Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills
Make an Impact Every Day
As a Surgical Technologist, you'll play a critical role in delivering exceptional surgical care by:
- Preparing and maintaining sterile fields, instruments, and surgical equipment
- Assisting surgeons and the surgical team during orthopaedic procedures
- Anticipating surgeon needs and efficiently passing instruments and supplies
- Supporting patient safety through meticulous counting and sterile technique practices
- Assisting with specimen handling, medication labeling, and surgical dressings
- Helping create a safe, efficient, and patient-centered surgical environment
- Serving as a mentor and resource for new team members and students
- Participating in professional practice initiatives and interdisciplinary teams
Join a Team That's Making a Difference
At UPMC Magee Bone & Joint Center, you'll do more than assist in surgery—you'll be part of a highly specialized team helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love.
Take the next step in your surgical career and apply today.
Applicants will be placed into the appropriate Surgical Technologist career ladder level and salary range based on individual education, certification, and experience.
Pennsylvania House Bill 81 (Enacted 10/29/2020; Effective 12/27/2020)
Two years of current Surgical Technologist experience demonstrating advanced knowledge in at least two surgical specialties. Surgical specialties include, but are not limited to: General, Orthopedic, Vascular, Plastic and Reconstructive, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Thoracic, Ophthalmic, Neurosurgery, Organ Procurement, Endoscopic Surgical Settings
- Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
In addition to the required experience, candidates must meet one of the following:
- Completed a program sponsored by a nationally recognized institutional or programmatic accreditation organization and maintain certification
- Completed an appropriate military training program
- Maintain certification from an accredited program
- Were employed as a Surgical Technologist in a healthcare facility on or before December 27, 2020
- Were employed as a Surgical Technologist at another healthcare facility for two years before December 27, 2020
Exception: A healthcare facility may employ individuals who do not meet the certification requirements if, after a diligent and thorough effort, it is unable to employ a sufficient number of qualified Surgical Technologists who meet the requirements. Written records of recruitment efforts must be maintained. Recruitment efforts are documented and can be supplied upon request. The supply of certified or certification-eligible Surgical Technologists does not meet organizational needs.
Continuing Education Requirements
- Certified individuals must comply with continuing education requirements established by their credentialing organization.
- Non-certified individuals must complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required based on AHA standards, including both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TSC)
- Act 34 Clearance
Certification Details
- Staff employed as Surgical Technologists on or before December 27, 2020, or employed as Surgical Technologists at another healthcare facility for two years prior to December 27, 2020, are grandfathered and not required to obtain certification.
- The certification exception described above may apply when sufficient qualified candidates are unavailable despite documented recruitment efforts.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.